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2019 Map of Ponder

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Ponder
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Ponder and Stony anchor this section of Denton County, where the transition from rural agricultural land to burgeoning residential development is clearly visible. The landscape is defined by the winding course of Denton Creek and its many tributaries, including Wolf Br, Hog Br, and Morris Br. These waterways have historically shaped the settlement patterns and road networks that crisscross the prairie, such as the prominent Old Stoney Rd and FM 156.

Local history and genealogy interests are well-served by the presence of Stony Cem and Akain Cem, located near the strangely named town of Dish. The area's reliance on private aviation is a standout characteristic, with numerous small airfields like Sagebrush Airport, Dew Drop Airport, Prose Field, and Clark Airport dotting the map. The southern edge shows the expanding footprint of Northlake and the city of Denton, marking the northward push of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex into former ranch land.